Frozen Sardinella aurita Round Sardinella from China
Whole round sardinella (Sardinella aurita) frozen at sea for optimal quality, sourced from tropical fisheries. This product is under HTS 0303.53.00.00 due to its species match and frozen whole presentation, distinct from fillets or human-fit pellets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use FAO species codes and catch certificates to prove Sardinella aurita origin, aiding quota compliance
• Maintain -18°C or below throughout transit; provide bills of lading with temperature declarations